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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Tobacco Export to China
India and China have not entered into any agreement for exporting Indian tobacco to China. However, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India has signed a Protocol of Phytosanitary requirements for the export of tobacco from India to China with the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China  on 21.01.2019. It is expected that signing of said protocol will push overall export of FCV tobacco, primarily produced in the State of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, to China. The salient features of the protocol are as under:
The protocol was signed on 21.01.2019 and the same will be in force for a period of four years from the date of signing of the protocol.
The tobacco leaves exported to China, which must be produced in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka in India and have been cured and re-dried, must comply with the relevant phytosanitary and sanitary laws and regulations of China, and meet the requirements as stipulated in the Protocol.
The importers of tobacco must obtain the import quarantine permit from GACC before trade contracts are signed. The tobacco leaves must be securely packaged in airproof way to prevent the contamination of quarantine pests.
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare  will take effective monitoring measures in the field to ensure that the tobacco producing area is free of tobacco blue mold.
MOA&FW shall conduct export quarantine inspection for tobacco leaves. For the consignment of tobacco leaves which meets the requirement stipulated in this protocol, MOA&FW shall issue a Phytosanitary Certificate according to the standards of International Plant Protection Convention .
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Hardeep Singh Puriin a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Tribal Affairs
NESTS of Tribal Affairs Ministry to organize two-days’ capacity building programme for EMRS teachers for Future Engineer Program in collaboration with Amazon
Main Highlights:
- The two-day face-to-face training workshop is being organized on 28th & 29th December, 2022 for teachers from 54 EMRS of 6 States.
- The training workshop includes a brief about early access to computer science education for tribal and other communities by way of exposing the students to simple computational skills all the way up to data-coding skills.
- Amazon Future Engineer - CSR program aims to develop interest of students in exploring higher education and a fruitful career in computer science. It also provides teachers with necessary resources & support to create awareness about Computer Science & facilitate its learning.
National Education Society for Tribal Students  will organize two-days’ face-to-face capacity building programme for EMRS teachers to implement Amazon Future Engineer Program in collaboration with the Learning Links Foundation .
Modern Information Technology shall enable early exposure to and bolster the preparedness of students for future careers in STEM education. Learning Links Foundation  is a philanthropic organization working for ‘Amazon Future Engineer Program’ that is unique in the area of computational skills training for students and teachers of EMRSs.
In phase 1, a two-day face-to-face training workshop is scheduled to be organized on 28th & 29th December 2022 at YMCA Auditorium, New Delhi. One of the objectives is that Amazon Future Engineer  Program shall be launched in around 54 EMRSs across 6 States namely, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Rajasthan, and Telangana in schools having access to digital infrastructure including a computer lab and stable active internet connectivity. Course modules shall include Computer Science Fundamentals, Introduction to Coding, Logical Sequencing, Learning Loops, Block Programming using open secure source platforms like code.org, Class Chat Sessions to discuss tech space, different tech initiatives, etc.
The proposed training workshop for EMRS teachers shall serve as a stepping stone in creating awareness about the potential of Computer Science in students of EMRS as well as access to quality IT education in our schools.
Ministry of Defence
MoD issues RFP for construction of six P-75 submarines for Indian Navy
As a major initiative towards ‘Make in India’, Ministry of Defence  has issued Request of Proposal  for the first acquisition programme under the Strategic Partnership Model for construction of six AIP fitted Conventional Submarines named Project 75 [P-75] for the Indian Navy, on July 20, 2021. The RFP was issued to shortlisted Strategic Partners  or Indian Applicant Companies for the project viz, M/s Mazagaon Dock Shipbuilders Limited  and M/s Larsen & Tubro . The project cost is over Rs 40,000 crore.
Project-75 envisages indigenous construction of six modern conventional submarines  with contemporary equipment, weapons & sensors including Fuel-Cell based AIP , advanced torpedoes, modern missiles and state of the art countermeasure systems. This would provide a major boost to the indigenous design and construction capability of submarines in India, in addition to bringing in the latest submarine design and technologies as part of the project.
Post receipt of responses to the Expression of Interest , shortlisting of potential Strategic Partners  and Foreign OEMs was undertaken. The shortlisted SPs to whom the RFP has been issued would be collaborating with any of the shortlisted Foreign OEMs viz, M/s Naval Group-France, M/s TKMS-Germany, M/s JSC ROE-Russia, M/s Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering Co Ltd-South Korea and M/s Navantia-Spain. These five foreign firms are the world leaders in the field of conventional submarine design, construction and all other related technologies. The foreign OEMs will be the technology partner in the SP Model. Foreign OEMs will enable SP for construction of submarines, achieving high levels of indigenization, and ToT for various technologies. These OEMs would enable setting up of dedicated manufacturing lines for these submarines in India by providing ToT for submarine design and other technologies and make India the global hub for submarine design and production.
The project would not only aid in boosting the core submarine/ship building industry but would also greatly enhance manufacturing/industrial sector, especially the MSME by development of an industrial eco-system for manufacture of associated spares/systems/equipment related to submarines. In order to achieve these objectives, the RFP has key features like mandatory level of indigenous manufacture of platforms, ToT for design/ manufacture/ maintenance of submarines and a few critical equipment and systems, setting up of an eco-system in India for such indigenisation and incentivisation for other key technologies, etc.
The overall aim would be to progressively build indigenous capabilities in the public/private sector to design, develop and manufacture complex weapon systems for the future needs of the Armed Forces. This will be an important step towards meeting broader national objectives, encouraging self reliance and aligning the defence sector with the ‘Make in India’ initiative of the Government.
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Ministry of Defence
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: MoD signs contract with BEL for 13 Lynx-U2 Fire Control Systems for Indian Navy worth Rs 1,700 crore
Ministry of Defence, on March 30, 2023, signed a contract with Bharat Electronics Limited, Bangalore for procurement of 13 Lynx-U2 Fire Control Systems for Indian Navy at a total cost of over Rs 1,700 crore under Buy {Indian – IDMM } category. The Lynx-U2 System is a Naval Gun Fire Control System designed and developed indigenously. It is capable of accurately tracking and engaging targets amidst sea clutter as well as air/surface targets.
The 4th generation, completely indigenous systems, will be installed on New Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels to be built indigenously at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers and Goa Shipyard Limited. This move will generate an employment of two lakh man-days over a period of four years and encourage active participation of various Indian industries, including MSMEs, thus significantly contributing to the Government’s efforts to achieve ‘Aatmanirbharta’ in defence.
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Ministry of Education
Massive Open Online Courses
One hundred twelve  universities have offered Massive Open Online Courses  through SWAYAM Portal till June, 2022.
Educational contents are broadcasted in total 15 languages through 19 multilingual SWAYAM PRABHA TV channels.
NEP 2020 reiterates the need for standardization of Indian Sign Language , and development of National and State Curriculum materials for use by students with hearing impairment. Various initiatives are being undertaken towards serving such students by creating quality learning resources. A Total of 859 ISL videos for primary classes have already been produced which regularly telecast on PM eVIDYA DTH TV channels on 24x7 basis. These are also uploaded and disseminated on DIKSHA portal and mobile apps. Over 12,500 words ISL Dictionary  developed through an MoU between National Council of Educational Research and Training , an autonomous body under M/o Education and Indian Sign Language Research and Training Center  is also being disseminated to students.
The information was given by the Minister of State for Education, Dr. Subhas Sarkar in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
The farmers in the region appreciate Union Cabinet decisions vis-à-vis reforms in agricultural marketing
Chandigarh, June 8, 2020
The farmers in the region appreciated recent Union Cabinet decisions vis-à-vis reforms in agricultural marketing. The decisions will be beneficial for them as these would give them more freedom of choice to sell their agri produce, say farmers in the states of Punjab and Haryana. To facilitate ‘One India, One Agriculture market’ and direct engagement of farmers with processors, wholesalers, aggregators, large retailers, exporters on a level playing field without any fear of exploitation, the Government of India has already promulgated two ordinances.
Veteran Farmer Mahinder Singh from Hoshiarpur district of Punjab appreciated the reforms in the agriculture sector ushered in by the Central Government which he said would enable the farmers to sell their produce anywhere in the country at best prices. Rajinder Singh, a farmer from Ludhiana in Punjab said that the decision of the government to lift curbs on sale of crop produce is a welcome step and it would lead to an increase in the income of the farmers. A farmer from Haryana said he welcomes Union Cabinet decisions and such decisions are required to make farmers successful and self-reliant. He also said that he will keeping supporting such decisions in future.

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‘The Farmers  Agreement on Price Assurance and Farm Services Ordinance, 2020’ will help farmers engage in direct marketing thereby eliminating intermediaries resulting in full realization of price. Whereas 'The Farming Produce Trade and Commerce  Ordinance, 2020' will create an ecosystem where the farmers and traders will enjoy freedom of choice of sale and purchase of agri-produce. While decision to amend Essential Commodities Act  remove fears of private investors of excessive regulatory interference in their business operations driving up investment in cold storages and modernization of food supply chain.
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Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation
Per Capita Income in Rural and Urban Areas
Government compiles estimates of rural and urban income, in terms of Per Capita Net Value Added , only in the base year of the Gross Domestic Product  series, which is currently 2011-12. The per capita NVA for rural and urban area was Rs.40,925 and Rs.98,435 respectively in the year 2011-12.
Government does not compile estimates of the average per capita income among the men and women, SCs and STs in the country.
The primary policy objective of the Government is development of all segments of the population. Its focus on inclusive growth is reflected in commitment to Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas to reduce poverty and inequality, provide social security, income generation and livelihood options, and improve the quality of life of the vulnerable sections of the population in the country.
In this regard, the Government is implementing a number of targeted programmes such as Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana , Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act , Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission , National Social Assistance Programme , Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana , Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana , Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana , Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana, Atal Pension Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, Stand Up India Scheme, Umbrella Programmes for Development of Minorities and Other Vulnerable Groups, Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojna, fund transfer under PM-KISAN, PM Fasal Bima Yojana claim payments, fertiliser subsidies, interest subvention for dairy cooperatives and Agri-Infrastructure Fund for farm gate infrastructure etc.
The Government has also implemented the Aspirational Districts Programme , since 2018, aimed at comprehensive development of identified districts across various States/UTs, in six areas:  health & nutrition,  education,  agriculture & water resources,  financial inclusion,  skill development, and  basic infrastructure. In order to further strengthen this initiative, the Government has recently launched the Aspirational Blocks Programme covering 500 blocks for saturation of essential government services across multiple domains such as health, nutrition, education, agriculture, water resources, financial inclusion, skill development, and basic infrastructure.
All India annual per capita Net National Income  for 2014-15 and 2022-23 at current prices are Rs. 86,647 and Rs. 1,72,000 respectively illustrating achievement in this regard.
This information was given by the Minister of State  for the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Ministry of Planning and Minister of State in the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Shri Rao Inderjit Singh in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Defence
Anti-Drone System
DRDO has developed anti-drone system to neutralize enemy drone attack. The Indigenous Drone Technology is capable of counter attacks including detection, Soft Kill  and Hard Kill  of enemy Drones. The System is already demonstrated to Armed Services and other internal security agencies.
The indigenous DRDO Counter-Drone Technology is transferred to M/s BEL.Simultaneously Transfer of Technology  of the Counter-Drone System is offered to other companies.
This information was given by Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Ajay Bhatt in a written reply to ShrimatiKeshari Devi Patel and Shri KanakmalKatarain Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Ensure operational continuity of Print and Electronic Media, Center writes to States/UTs
In light of the evolving COVID-19 situation in the country, Union Government has written to all State Governments/Union Territories, requesting them to ensure operational continuity of Print and Electronic Media. The letter, addressed to Chief Secretaries, highlights importance of robust and essential information dissemination networks viz TV Channels, News Agencies, Teleport Operators, Digital Satellite News Gathering , Direct to Home  and Highend-in-the Sky , Multi System Operators , Cable Operators, Frequency Modulation  radio and Community Radio Stations. The Union Government has stated that the proper functioning of these networks is required not only to create awareness among people but also to keep the nation updated of the latest status. The letter further stated that these networks played a pivotal role in ensuring avoidance of fake news and promotion of good practices.
The government has advised that ensuring uninterrupted operation of these information networks and their outreach is of vital importance. The letter further listed the critical infrastructure as below:
- Printing presses and distribution infrastructure of Newspapers, and Magazines
- All TV channels and supporting services like Teleports and DSNGs
- DTH/HITS operations connected equipments/facilities etc including maintenance
- FM/CRS Networks
- Network of MSOs and Cable Operators, and
- News Agencies
Centre has requested State/UT administrations to keep the following in view in case restrictions were being contemplated for containment of COVID-19
- All operators of such facilities/intermediaries in the chain be permitted to remain operational
- Facilitating smooth supply and distribution chain as may be required
- The facilities should be permitted to be manned by staff of the service providers
- The movement of accredited staff of service providers be permitted
- The movement of vehicles carrying media persons, DSNGs, and others including provisioning of fuel, wherever required may kindly be facilitated, and
- Availability of uninterrupted electric supply and other logistics as requested by such facilities be provided
Centre has also advised service providers to coordinate with local authorities in case they faced any problem in providing uninterrupted services.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Akashvani organises Folk Music Concert to celebrate India's G20 presidency
As India celebrates the Presidency of G20 , Akashvani Gangtok organised a Folk Music Concert - 'Lok Samagam' here at Manan Kendra today.
The Programme featured Folk Songs & Folk Dances of Lepcha ,Limboo & Sikkimese  Tribes which occupy a prominent place in the culture of Sikkim.
In the context of India presiding over G20 and celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, this event marked an important occasion to highlight the vibrant culture of the state of Sikkim.
Extending a warm welcome to the participants at the event, Shri Awadheshwar Sahai, Director , All India Radio, Gangtok said that this Folk Music Concert has been organised on the auspicious occasion of G-20 and Amrit Kal and it's objective is to highlight the fascinating and rich folk culture of various communities of Sikkim.
India has held the G20 presidency since 1 December 2022, with its presidency's theme being "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, or "One Earth One Family One Future."
Under India's G-20 presidency, meetings are being organised in various cities of the country wherein the vast cultural, natural and historical heritage of the country is being displayed to the world. In the month of March this year, two of such meetings held in the state of Sikkim providing a golden opportunity to highlight the rich cultural tradition, artwork, cuisine and other specialties of the state.
Ministry of Defence
INFANTRY DAY CELEBRATED
Infantry Day to commemorate the contributions of Infantry, the largest fighting arm of the Indian Army was celebrated on 27 October 2020. This day has a unique significance for Infantry, as it was on this day in 1947 that Infantrymen from Indian Army became the first troops to land at Srinagar airport, an act which turned back the invaders from the outskirts of Srinagar and saved the state of Jammu and Kashmir from a Pakistan backed tribal invasion.
As part of the Infantry Day celebrations, a ‘Wreath Laying’ ceremony was held at National War Memorial to honour the martyrs of the Infantry, who made the supreme sacrifice on various battlefields in service of the nation. Gen Bipin Rawat, Chief of Defence Staff, and Gen MM Naravane, Chief of Army Staff along with all Army Commanders and Colonels of the Regiment, laid wreaths on this solemn occasion. Three decorated veterans of Operation Vijay and Operation Meghdoot Brigadier Umesh Singh Bawa, Vir Chakra , Subedar  Sansar Chand, Maha Vir Chakra  and Naik Jai Ram Singh, Vir Chakra  also laid wreaths on behalf of veterans of Infantry.
In his message to all Infantrymen on this day, Director General of Infantry exhorted them to rededicate themselves to the core value of bravery, sacrifice, selfless devotion to duty and professionalism, and to remain indomitable in their resolve to defend the integrity and sovereignty of the country.
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Ministry of Power
Access to Power Supply Under Saubhagya
A total of 2.817 crore households have been electrified since the launch of Saubhagya, up to 31.03.2021
To mitigate the liquidity problems in power sector due to low power consumption due to COVID-19, Government of India announced a Liquidity Infusion Scheme as part of Aatma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan
Under the scheme, Power Finance Corporation  Ltd. and REC Ltd. extended special long-term transition loans at concessional rates
Government of India launched the Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana – Saubhagya in October, 2017 with the objective to achieve universal household electrification for providing electricity connections to all willing un-electrified households in rural areas and all willing poor households in urban areas in the country by March, 2019. All households were reported electrified by the States, except 18,734 households in Left Wing Extremists  affected areas of Chhattisgarh as on 31.03.2019. Subsequently, seven States namely Assam, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Manipur, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh had reported that around 19.09 lakh un-electrified households, identified before 31.03.2019, which were unwilling earlier but have expressed willingness to get electricity connection. All these seven States have reported 100% household’s electrification as on 31.03.2021. A total of 2.817 crore households have been electrified since the launch of Saubhagya, up to 31.03.2021.
- To mitigate the liquidity problems in power sector due to low power consumption during the lockdown imposed due to COVID-19, Government of India announced a Liquidity Infusion Scheme as part of Aatma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan on 13th May 2020. Under the scheme, Power Finance Corporation  Ltd. and REC Ltd. extended special long-term transition loans at concessional rates to Power Distribution Companies  to clear their outstanding dues towards purchase of power from Central Public Sector Undertaking  Generation  & Transmission companies , Independent Power Producers  and Renewable Energy  generators, as existed on 30.06.2020. As on 30.06.2021, REC & PFC have sanctioned Rs.1,35,537 crore and disbursed Rs.79,678 crore respectively to States under Liquidity Infusion Scheme.
This information was given by Union Minister for Power and New and Renewable Energy , Shri R.K. Singh in a written reply in Rajya Sabha Today.
Ministry of Education
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan tops the list of Institutions with pass percentage of 99.23% in Class X Board Examination Result this year
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan has scored 99.23% success rate in CBSE Class X Results-2020 against the overall CBSE pass percentage of 91.46%. KVS has once again topped in the category of all institutions for the second consecutive year.
KVS Result Highlights:
- Total students appeared from KVS: 94498
- Total Students Passed: 93774
- Overall Pass Percentage: 99.23
- Total number of boys passed: 50591
- Total number of girls passed 43183
- Total No. of KVs: 1168
- KVs with 100% result: 846
Total No. of candidates who scored >90% and 95% and above:
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>90% and above
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> 95% and above
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Candidates
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9104
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1717
Institution-wise Comparative Performance 2020
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Institution
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Pass Percent
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I
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KVS
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99.23
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II
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JNV
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98.66
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III
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CTSA
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93.67
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IV
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Independent
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92.81
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V
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Govt.
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80.91
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VI
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Govt. Aided
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77.82
All India Toppers in Kendriya Vidyalayas:
Abhay Nayak of KV Sambalpur OD has scored 497 out of 500 marks .